Hi folks. This forum I started so that we are all on the same page so to speak about Matches. All of this is subject to the approval or rejection by Amie, who is taking over the Matches.....

It has been my policy all along to try my best to form even, fair matches. Also, right before a match starts, if a member is rated 100 points below his opponent, I try to contact them and let them know. This gives them the option to get out of the match or stay in. I give the name of the opponent and their rating. Most members say they don't mind. But at least they are not surprised when a match starts.

When I welcome a new member in their notes or the trophy, I always try to say the above. I think it sets Chess People apart from the other groups.

It goes something like this: "We specialize in even, fair Matches and have a great winning %. If you are out-rated by your opponent by 100 rating points or more, we will contact you and make sure you want to stay in the match."

Of course it takes a little more time to do this. I can do it for you, Amie if you just tell me when a match is close to starting.....OR, if you want, we can scrap the idea altogether.

Any thoughts from you, Amie, or anyone else. I'll shut up now...

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